Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Widnes. Classes run at Kingsway Learning Centre, with daytime sessions spread across 36 weeks at a manageable part-time pace. This course is for anyone whose first language is not English. You'll develop your spoken English and your ability to understand others in everyday situations. It covers listening carefully, responding clearly, and communicating in simple conversations. The course works well alongside other commitments such as caring or family responsibilities.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone whose first language is not English.
What you will learn
You'll speak clearly in simple everyday conversations.
You'll listen and understand basic spoken English.
You'll respond to questions and instructions in English.
You'll take part in short discussions on familiar topics.
You'll follow simple spoken information given by others.
You'll use everyday words and phrases to communicate your needs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom activities at Kingsway Learning Centre. Sessions include speaking and listening practice with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks. Your teacher will assess how you communicate during these activities. There is no written exam for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingsway Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers confidently in English.
Cleaner or domestic worker: follow spoken instructions at work.
Kitchen assistant: communicate with colleagues and supervisors.
Care assistant: talk with clients and care team members.
Retail assistant: serve customers and understand requests.
Warehouse operative: respond to spoken instructions safely.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, building on the communication skills you've gained.
Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): broaden your English skills into reading and writing alongside speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 1: combines reading, writing, and communication in one qualification, useful for work and everyday life.
